This article addresses the methodology of teaching statistics and challenges the current model of teaching statistics as an applied mathematics course by offering a new model more suited to the professional adult student already established in a mid-career administrative position. The key challenge is to minimize the applied mathematics aspect and emphasize reading and interpreting statistical reports as opposed to designing statistical studies and computations.

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Popejoy, Michael W. "Impact Learning for Mid-Career Adult Learner Graduate Students in Public Administration and Public Health Programs: A Modified Approach to Teaching Statistics" in PA Times. October 2008.